15 mins paneer butter masala recipe with video (with both StoveTop and Instant Pot instructions given).
This is such an easy and fool proof method to cook Paneer Butter Masala that's just perfect for beginners who are new to the kitchen. You just cannot go wrong with this versatile paneer recipe.
This recipe is like dump everything into the pressure cooker or Instant Pot (electric pressure cooker) and cook for required time till the gravy is done. Find the instructions for both cooking methods in the recipe card below.
It does not matter whether you are a newbie who wish to impress your parents and friends with your culinary skill or a busy working person.
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If you are a person who does not have time to sweat it out in the kitchen but still want to eat finger licking, homemade food for health reasons, this easy and quick 15 mins paneer butter masala recipe is for you.
Of all the side dishes for Chapathis or rotis that I make, this is the easiest one.
I love Paneer butter masala and so do my kids but the time it takes to cook the tomato puree till it loses its raw smell is something that makes me go for it rarely.
When it is summer time, you don't even have to think twice to skip cooking this.
Imagine doing the same when you have guests for home and you have to cook in bulk. This method works very well if you wish to double or triple the recipe.
I came across this opos method in a foodie group that I frequent often but was still skeptical to give it a try. But finally gave in as you don't even have to stand near the stove except during the preparation time.
This recipe gets done with nil supervision from you.
If you are looking for authentic tasting PBM, this is not for you. But this is perfect for working women, bachelors, grown kids who wish to learn cooking.
Having said that, my elder one can make this dish all by himself without any help from me at all.
If you are still skeptical like I was, then trust me and give it a try and I assure you that you will not be disappointed.
Note:
After opening the lid, if the gravy seems to be very thick, then dilute by adding a little milk before serving.
If there is too much gravy and you want it to be a little bit thick then boil for few minutes so that the gravy can thicken.
You can also check out this No Onion - No garlic Paneer Butter Masala that can be cooked and served during Vrat or fasting time.
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15 Mins Paneer Butter Masala Recipe Card with Video below:
15 Mins Paneer Butter Masala Recipe
Ingredients
- Paneer - 200 gms cubed
- Bay leaf - 1
- Red chili powder - 1 tsp
- Milk or water - 1/4 cup
- Kasuri methi - 1/2 tsp
- Sugar - 1/4 tsp
- Salt - to taste
- Butter or oil - 2 tbsp
Grind to a paste:
- Onion - 1
- Tomato - 3
- Green chili - 1
- Ginger garlic paste - 1 tbsp
- Cardamom - 2
- Cloves - 2
- Cinnamon - 1/2 inch stick
- Cashew nuts - 8 to 10
Instructions
- Take all the ingredients mentioned under "Grind to a paste" in a mixer jar.
- Grind to a smooth paste without adding water. If too thick, then add just 2 to 3 tbsp water.
Stovetop Pressure Cooker Method:
- To a pressure cooker, add butter or oil. Add bay leaf, Paneer cubes, ground paste, red chilli powder, sugar, kasuri methi, milk, salt and give a mix.
- Close with lid and pressure cook for 2 whistles over medium flame. After the pressure gets released on its own, open the lid and mix well. Transfer to the serving bowl and serve garnished with a dollop of cream on top and coriander leaves.
Instant Pot Method:
- Turn on the Instant Pot in "saute" mode. Add butter or oil, bay leaf, paneer cubes, ground paste, red chilli powder, sugar, kasuri methi, milk, salt and give a mix.
- Cancel the "Saute" mode and switch to "Manual - High" mode and set the time for 4 mins. Close with lid and make sure the 'Vent' is in 'Closed' position.
- Once the cooking is complete and finishes off with the beep sound, wait for natural pressure release (npr). Open the lid and mix well to combine. Transfer to the serving bowl and serve garnished with a dollop of cream on top and coriander leaves.
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OMG.. Wow.. If pbm is this simple, I can even make it for breakfast..
Wow the method looks so easy ,let me also try this ,lovely clicks
I tried this today for dinner.. There was no difference in taste between the traditional method and this one.. It was a super dooper hit with my family.. Thank u so much..
thanx for sharing such a great tasty recipe! Nice pictures
Hi. Tried this recipe today and I must say that initially I was not confident about the result seeing the recipe. But after reading that surely no disappointment I went ahead. It was yummy and we loved it totally. Thanks for such a tasty time saver recipe. Kudos
You are most welcome Merlin. I'm happy t hear that you liked it and yes its a huge time saver of a recipe.
This looks easy and great! However, I do not have a pressure cooker. Could I follow the same recipe using a large frying pan OR sauce pan instead?
Fantastic recpie. True to the word...damn easy and too good to taste.
Tried this today, was so simple and came out yummy, Thank you!!!
Thanks for trying out and for your lovely feedback. Keep visiting.
Very simple and very tasty. Easy to cook. Thank you for the reciepe.
I tried it today and i cannot believe it was just like the traditional recipe. Easy and yummy recipe. Thanks a lot for such a nice recipe
Thank you so much. Glad you liked it.
Will chilly powder and ginger garlic tastes raw as we are not sauting it..
No you won't get the raw taste as you are pressure cooking it.
Came out really good. Thanx
Hi, Thank you for your lovely feedback.
My god many say it's fool proof recipe, and when we try it turns out to be a disaster. But this one is real fool proof one my husband liked it a lot I must say it just took less than 15 mins if everything is ready. Thanks
Hi Geetha, exactly my thoughts. Happy to hear that your hubby liked it.Thanks for trying and giving your feedback.
Amazing recipe with nice instruction, thanks for sharing such a delicious recipe!
Hi Radhika,
I made it today it was super easy
Thank you, it was just what it promised, quick, easy and yummmm.
Thank you for trying and letting me know Anupama. Glad you liked it.
thank you for your lovely feedback Anupama
This recipe is fantastic. So quick and tasty
thank you very much for your lovely feedback
Easiest and best Paneer recipe. I made it quite a number of times. Goes very well with chapati, naan etc. I can truly give all five stars for this recipe. Thank you
So happy that you it came out well for you & you liked it. Thank you for a lovely feedback
I tried this recipe yesterday and it came Awesome. Thank You
Thank you so much for this easy n get delicious recipe. Tried it for dinner and it was simply superb 🙂
Hi Suki, thank you for trying and happy to hear that you liked it.
Hi Radhika... I tried this recipe today.. It turned out very well. Finger licking good . My son loved it the most... Tried so many other paneer recipes earlier but till date this is the best one ... Thanks for sharing it... Please keep posting ..
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Thank you so much for your appreciation and kind words. It makes me so happy to hear how much your son loved it. Keep visiting 🙂
Super quick, non fussy and absolutely yumm!
Thanks for the awesome receipe !
keep smiling always:)
Hi - this looks great but I don't have a pressure cooker? Would it work without one?
You can use instant pot if you have one. It will also work with a microwave oven but the timing will vary if you are going to cook it on stovetop in an open pan.
Thanks for such an awesome and really quick recipe!!
Tried this today, but I put everything in slow cooker (Crockpot), turned out Amazing I used 1kg paneer so five times up all ingredients except chili part . Plus added frozen peas
Hi
Do you double the ingredients If I want to make 8 servings?
Yes, just double up the ingredients.
Simply awesome and delicious . This was my first time making a complete dish and I used your recipie . My parents were simply amazed and they we all lived it so much. It was the easiest and most delicious paneer recipie ever . Thanks a lot .
Thanks For Sharing this Amazing Recipe. My Family Loved It. I will be sharing this Recipe with my Friends. Hope They will like it.